Announcements

December 1, 2025
Register now for the Spider Dash 5K

Registration for the Spider Dash 5K is now open to all UR students, staff, and faculty — and their dependent children and a spouse or guest.

Spider Dash 5K
Saturday, Feb. 21, 8 a.m.

Staff and faculty $30 | Students $20 | Kids 3–9 $15 | Kids 2 and under free

Registration opens to retirees and alumni on Jan. 9. Spaces are limited, so register early to guarantee your spot.

November 28, 2025
SPCS Innovations in Teaching nominations due Dec. 5

The annual SPCS Innovations in Teaching award recognizes a member of the adjunct faculty for innovations in teaching along the dimensions presented in the standards documentation. Awards are announced at the annual faculty awards ceremony, held during spring faculty meetings.

Nominations should be submitted by Dec. 5 to Dr. Kate Cassada, associate dean for academic affairs. Completed nomination forms should be submitted as email attachments to kcassada@richmond.edu.